2005 MCC Smart vs. 2005 Subaru Legacy
To start off, both 2005 MCC Smart and 2005 Subaru Legacy were released in the same year (2005). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,455 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Subaru Legacy is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Subaru Legacy (163 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 103 more horse power than 2005 MCC Smart. (60 HP @ 5250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Subaru Legacy should accelerate faster than 2005 MCC Smart. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Subaru Legacy weights approximately 700 kg more than 2005 MCC Smart. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 Subaru Legacy is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 MCC Smart. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Subaru Legacy will offer significantly more control. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 2005 Subaru Legacy (226 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 130 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 MCC Smart. (96 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2005 Subaru Legacy will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 MCC Smart.
Compare all specifications:
2005 MCC Smart | 2005 Subaru Legacy | |
Make | MCC | Subaru |
Model | Smart | Legacy |
Year Released | 2005 | 2005 |
Body Type | Convertible | Sedan |
Engine Position | Rear | Front |
Engine Size | 698 cc | 2455 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
Horse Power | 60 HP | 163 HP |
Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 96 Nm | 226 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 730 kg | 1430 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3440 mm | 4670 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1740 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1200 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2680 mm |